Production Control Specialist (Machining)

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplaces for all.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

• Estimated hourly base pay:  $20.02(minimum) - $25.05(midpoint) - $30.05(maximum)
• All members included in cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays 
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave 
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits 
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re a Production Control Specialist (Machining), we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Production Control Specialist is responsible for coordinating production processes in an industrial setting. The position works under some supervision, significant decision-making and some contact with external suppliers or customers. The position also provides some guidance to other members.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Revise production schedules when required for design changes, labor or material shortages, backlogs, or other interruptions, collaborating with management, marketing, sales, production, and engineering
• Review customer demand and communicate information to department/cells; develop and maintain communication channels between multiple departments
• Effectively manage inventory or overhaul/repair units
• Designate, delegate and coordinate work team assignments
• Report on work order progress and past due events, alerting others as necessary to resolve the issue
• Create COC's for shippable product
• Perform supplier owned stock moves

What We Are Looking For 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years’ Experience with level loading machining production scheduling required and/or manufacturing processes required
• The ability to instruct others on the specific activities used in a production process
• The ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access, modify, or output information or to execute programs with a willingness and ability to learn new applications (e.g., PC-based tools, Microsoft applications, web-based applications, ERP)
• The ability to write effectively, to read and understand work documents, to communicate information clearly to coworkers and supervisors, and the ability to listen attentively and comprehend key pieces of spoken information
• The ability to see details (e.g. letters, numbers, codes, color, symbols, marks, labels, signs) clearly to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner
• Solid knowledge of inventory and understanding of MPR, Master Production Schedule, Planning Systems, BTO and Lean Manufacturing

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. 

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